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Mizzou Engineering

On-campus visit.

Explore a lab. Meet with a faculty member. See Mizzou Engineering in action.

An on-campus visit gives you a feel for life as a Mizzou Engineer. Come see us and learn more about our degree programs and see for yourself the hands-on and interdisciplinary education found at Mizzou Engineering.

Mizzou Engineering Events Calendar

Visit one of our events this fall to experience a first-hand look into life as a Mizzou Engineer.

Lab Exhibits

• Explore the innovation happening at Mizzou Engineering as departments and research groups open their labs to the public to showcase their work.

Meet Mizzou Day

• Experience life at Mizzou at this day-long experience that includes a University overview presentation, campus tour, complimentary lunch and an academic fair
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Future Engineer Friday

• Learn more about our degree programs and see for yourself the hands-on and interdisciplinary education found at Mizzou Engineering by engaging with student organizations and research laboratories.
• Experience life at Mizzou at this day-lone experience that includes a University overview presentation, campus tour, complimentary lunch and an academic fair

Register for Meet Mizzou Days

Meet Mizzou Days are day-long events that allow you to experience what your life will be like at Mizzou.

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Experience the beautiful University of Missouri Campus in an online tour.

About Columbia, Missouri

We’re proudly located in Columbia, Missouri, consistently ranked as one of the top college towns in the U.S. Mizzou Engineering is just steps away from a thriving downtown where you’ll have lots of options to eat, shop and have fun.

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Wondering if the University of Central Missouri is the ideal place for you? When you visit, you’ll see for yourself what it's like to be part of our campus community. You can take a tour, meet with your future professors, talk with current students and even have lunch on us! Your campus visit will help you make an informed decision about your college future.

On-Campus Tours & Visits

While UCM offers several ways to view our beautiful campus, nothing is quite like being here. Seeing the buildings in person and feeling the energy on campus is the best way to experience what UCM has to offer you. Contact us today and we'll work together with you to create a tour tailored to you.

Our on-campus tours and visits are great for h igh school and transfer students of all levels.

Schedule an On-Campus Tour!

Additional campus visit options

Open House and Junior Day

UCM has several Open House options that are a great way to come to campus and learn more about what UCM has to offer you. Types of open houses you can choose from:

• Junior Preview Day
• College Showcase Day
• Discover Central Open House
• Transfer Visit Day
• Saturday Visit Day

Open Houses are ideal for high school and transfer students.

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Admitted Senior Day

High school Senior who is admitted to UCM? This day is just the day for you! Admitted Senior Day is your day to come meet other students, find your roommate, learn more about what's next to become a UCM student, and have fun!

Missouri Innovation Campus / UCM Lee's Summit Visits

UCM Lee’s Summit is housed in The Missouri Innovation Campus, our state-of-the-art 137,000 square foot facility.  

Missouri Innovation Campus tours are great for transfer students or prospective students looking to take classes with UCM Lee's Summit.

To visit, email [email protected] or call 816-347-1612 and ask for Rick Smetana or Laura Emery.

Two ways to virtually view UCM

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If you are interested in participating in NCAA athletics at UCM, we recommend that you contact a UCM Athletics  staff member. Undergraduate Admissions and the campus visit office is unable to set up any meetings with athletic coaches.

GPS address for campus visits: Ward Edwards Building   108 W. South St.   Warrensburg, MO 64093

Visitor parking   is located east of the Ward Edwards Building on South St. There is a parking lot attendant at the entrance.

For questions, contact the Campus Visit Office at [email protected] or call 660-543-8501.

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Welcome to the Tiger family. There are great experiences ahead of you at Mizzou. Find out your next steps on the way to making the University of Missouri your new home away from home.

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Accept your admission offer

First things first: accept your offer of admission to let us know you choose Mizzou.

Pay enrollment fee

Your $300 enrollment fee ensures that you have a place reserved in the incoming class for the upcoming semester. If you change your mind about Mizzou, this fee can be refunded before May 15.

Begin the housing process

Starting Dec. 15, the housing & dining contract will open in the  Housing Portal with a non-refundable $100 application fee. April 15 is the deadline to complete your contract and housing profile to avoid any housing delays.

Register for orientation and advising

Keep an eye on your email for an invitation to register for Summer Welcome Orientation and to make an appointment with your academic advisor. Signups for these two processes open in the spring.

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Financial aid.

Financial aid is an investment in your future. Competitive, general and departmental scholarships are all available to you. Just by going through the admissions process, you’re being considered for Mizzou’s automatic scholarships, too. Mizzou is committed to bringing you an enriching educational experience that pays off in big ways. The future you want is within reach.

Becoming a Tiger means you won’t have to wait until graduation to get out of the classroom and into the work you want to pursue. Our model, called the Missouri Method, means your undergraduate years will include real-world, professional experiences that will kick-start your career. You might report on live news. Start a business. Treat patients. Conduct research abroad. Teach kids to read. Your future is in your hands.

Missouri Residency

For out-of-state students, Mizzou offers a straightforward path to becoming a Missouri citizen. Our expert residency advisors will assist you every step of the way, and you’ll earn a tuition savings of an estimated $20,000 per year.

Get Equipped

At Mizzou, we make textbooks simple. Our Early Bird textbook program can have your books delivered right to your door.

If you don’t want to worry about physical books, our AutoAccess e-book solution allows you to go digital.

What will you do at Mizzou?

No matter what you're into, there's something exciting waiting for you on campus. Choose from 600+ student clubs and organizations, 30+ club sports, 50+ Fraternity & Sorority Life chapters, and 31 musical ensembles.

Intramural Sports & Activities

With more than 30 club teams, including soccer, basketball, Quidditch, bass fishing and more, you'll find a fun way to get moving, no matter your ability or experience. 3,600 Mizzou students participate in intramural sport leagues each semester. You can join an existing team or form your own.

Student Orgs

What are you interested in? Advocacy for a specific cause? Giving back to your community? Or something more laid back, like video games, ping pong or nature trails. Whatever your interests are, there’s a student organization waiting for you.

Fraternity & Sorority Life

When you join a fraternity or sorority at Mizzou, you’re joining a community working collectively toward the shared values of scholarship, leadership, service, and brotherhood and sisterhood.

Columbia, MO

Fun, energetic and welcoming.

Columbia is one of the best college towns in America. It goes without saying that we think so, but so does  Business Insider . With Mizzou in downtown CoMo, you’re right at the beating heart of the city. From pizza, coffee, and sushi to parks, trails and art galleries, you’ll find your new favorite hangout spot steps from campus.

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Campus traditions, welcome home, tiger.

Mizzou’s rich history over 180 years includes plenty of traditions for you to be a part of. And that’s not even getting into the traditions you’ll create during your time as a Tiger. We can’t wait to see what traditions you start.

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Discover MORE at the University of Missouri-St. Louis

Imagine yourself thriving at UMSL, where more is what moves us . Here, you'll join a bustling crowd of dedicated students, staff and faculty, all driven to make a difference in their lives, communities, and the world.

During your personalized tour, you'll be paired with a friendly student ambassador who will become your campus compass and your window into the vibrant world of a Triton . Together, you will journey through the winding paths of campus, stopping to visit key buildings such as the Millennium Student Center, Recreation and Wellness Center, Residence Halls, Mercantile and Thomas Jefferson libraries, dining areas and much more. This isn't just a tour; it's a glimpse into your future – a future brimming with possibilities.

• Weekday Daily Campus Visits , Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - every 2 hours available
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Group Tour offerings available

Are you a middle or high school, TRIO or outside group looking to schedule a tour? Please contact our UMSL Welcome Center at  [email protected]  or call (314) 516-4104 to discuss visit options for your group.

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Many UMSL degree programs host information sessions and virtual chats that allow you to explore majors, discover research and involvement options, and connect with faculty. These insightful UMSL events provide an excellent opportunity to learn more about academic offerings that align with your interests.

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One of the best ways to learn about the University of Missouri–St. Louis is to explore our campus in person. View our campus map and find directions and transportation information. Enjoy your time on campus! 

UMSL is located on I-70 , Exit 240, Florissant Rd. toward University Blvd. 20 minutes from Downtown St. Louis

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From downtown, the riverfront and the Gateway Arch to St. Louis Cardinal baseball, toasted ravioli and gooey butter cake, discover everything our city has to offer as you earn your UMSL degree.

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On-campus visits.

Connect with the S&T team in-person at an on-campus special event or daily visit.

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Virtual visits.

Connect with the S&T team virtually through one of our Zoom events. There are many options available.

Undergraduate Student Visits

Graduate student events, virtual tours, virtual campus tour.

Get a general, guided tour of campus and see all the popular locations - where you'll eat, live and learn as part of the Miner family.

Virtual Graduate Student Experience

Discover what it's like as a graduate student at S&T with this graduate focused tour - see the labs, facilities and common buildings you'll be using.

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Visiting student program and dual enrollment student program, (formerly easy access).

The visiting student (non-degree) program is designed for any student who

• is not actively pursuing a degree at the University of Missouri, Columbia campus
• wishes to earn undergraduate credit (for graduate credit, see below)

Credit Hour Limits

• 18 credit hours is maximum enrollment for fall and spring
• 9 credit hours is maximum credit hours for summer

Students can apply at any time to the Visiting Student Program using the Undergraduate Application . See the academic calendar , or call 573-882-7881 if you have questions about the program.  See registration instructions below.

If you are a junior or senior in high school looking to earn college credit, you may apply as a dual enrollment student. Submit your Dual Enrollment Application , found after scrolling down the page, along with the required paperwork, which is available on the Admissions website . After admission, the information regarding Registration follows the same guidelines as other Visiting Students, which are listed below.

Students continuously enrolled at MU do not have to apply every term.

Students will be charged a $25 application fee.

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Graduate Credit

No graduate credit is available through the Visiting Student Program. Degree seeking graduate students wishing to register for graduate courses at other University of Missouri System campuses should contact the Office of Graduate Studies about the UM Visiting Graduate Student Program .  Students who wish to enroll as visiting graduate students at Mizzou, should also contact t he Office of Graduate Studies .

Registration

• First-time users see the instruction page for myZou first-time users
• Check for any “holds”
• See details concerning which unit placed a hold on your account and contact that office for instructions
• Look in myZou for classes offered
• Use the Schedule Planner to build your ideal schedule options
• Visit our Schedule Planner page to view a how-to video and download step-by-step instructions
• Load your selected classes from the Schedule Planner into the shopping cart in myZou
• Follow enrollment instructions listed in Schedule Planner
• Click “Finish Enrollment” and follow instructions
• See the Academic Calendar for semester or term dates of enrollment for “Visiting students and dual high school registration.”
• Select the “Manage Classes” tile, then select “My Weekly Schedule” to verify enrollment
• To make changes to your schedule visit our  Add/Drop & Withdrawal  page

Permissions

Students enrolling through the visiting student program must obtain permission from either the professor or the department before enrolling in a course requiring consent or prerequisites.

Visiting Student Policies

• Students on academic dismissal status from University of Missouri System schools are not eligible to register until one year has elapsed.
• Students expelled from University of Missouri System schools may not enroll through the visiting student program.
• Transfer into a degree-granting division of the university requires completion of the regular application process.
• Registration is open on a space-available basis. Space is not available in law, medicine, veterinary medicine, journalism, engineering or most nursing courses. Usually no space is available in accountancy, computer science and some courses in other departments.
• Students enrolling in the visiting student program will not normally be eligible for financial aid because the program is non-degree in orientation.
• The Office of the University Registrar serves as the “dean’s office” for the program. The registration staff in the Office of the University Registrar may provide assistance in arranging courses.
• Click on “Student Center” and scroll to “Finances”, then select the “Financial Account” tile
• International students must provide proof of a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper) or 79 (iBT, with no section below 17) or an IELTS score of 6.5 with no bands lower than 6.0. Some departments require higher scores.
• Students must be high school graduates.
• Students are subject to applicable university policies, including dismissal and probationary enrollment, student health immunizations, student conduct and Title IX.
• Students must apply and register under the proper residency and pay the proper tuition and required fees.
• Students who are non-citizens or are born outside of the United States may be asked to provide proof of citizenship or permanent residency.

Senior Citizen Scholars

Through the Visiting Student Program, Missouri senior citizens may enroll on space-available basis in all types of classes, regardless of delivery mode, including, but not limited to, face-to-face and online courses. Senior citizens must prove that they at least 65 years old on or before Aug. 1 of the semester by presenting a driver’s license or other photo identification bearing date of birth.

Senior citizens are awarded a scholarships equivalent to the required tuition for any corresponding enrollment in course work as a “hearer” (i.e. audit status with no grade or credit awarded).

Senior citizens must

• apply as non-degree seeking
• contact the Office of the University Registrar at 573-882-7881 to enroll as a hearer (audit, non-credit) after admission
• adhere to maximum hours for Visiting Student programs

Senior citizens are charged

• a $25 application fee
• a $25 registration fee per senior citizen per semester
• no charge for health fee
• no student activity fee

Restrictions

• Senior citizens will be allowed to enroll in graduate (7000-9999) level course work only if they meet the standards to be admitted as a post-baccalaureate and meet all pre-requisites for the course in which they seek to enroll, which may include permission of the faculty. For more information, contact [email protected] .
• Senior citizens will not be allowed to use this process to enroll in Veterinary Medicine, Medicine or Law (JD) courses.
• Any senior citizen who alters their enrollment status to receive credit, or is found to be out of compliance with any other standards required to receive this benefit, will be retroactively assessed the appropriate tuition and fees for the credit sought.

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College of Veterinary Medicine

Schedule a college visit.

The MU College of Veterinary Medicine’s mission is to provide veterinary medical education, conduct research, and provide diagnostic and therapeutic services. In keeping with that mission, the Office of Recruitment and Retention and Academic Affairs will provide tours to individuals and groups in the following categories:

• Students considering veterinary medicine as a career choice (primarily high school juniors, seniors, and undergraduate students)
• Donors or potential gift-givers will be given tours by the College’s Development Office or Office of Recruitment and Retention
• Clients of the MU Veterinary Health Center who have made such arrangements through that department.

Appointments are encouraged for individuals and small groups and required for groups of ten or more. Tours for preschool, elementary and middle school students are not available. These groups are encouraged to tour during the annual College Open House.

To arrange a visit, please contact:

Coordinator of Student Recruitment – Douglas Tindall W203A Vet Med Building (573) 882-4397 E-Mail: [email protected]

Campus Tours and Events

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Please register for tours at least 7 days in advance of your visit to allow enough time for us to prepare for the best experience for your tour. We look forward to seeing you!

• All dates and times subject to change
• Students will not be enrolled for classes during campus tours and are not mandatory prior to attending Missouri Southern. Academic Appointments will be scheduled for students who are interested in programs based on availability of faculty/staff.
• Dorms may not be open for tours during specific times of the year. Please check with the Coordinator of Campus Visits for availability during your selected tour.

Important Tour Information / Schedule

Spring 2024 Semester

Morning tours are offered Monday through Friday at 9:30 am Afternoon tours are offered on Monday and Wednesday at 1:00 pm

In the event of inclement weather and the campus closes, the Admissions office will send an email to cancel visits for the day and assist in rescheduling for a future visit. Campus closures can be found at www.mssu.edu . If you are unable to attend your scheduled tour or need to reschedule, please contact us at 417-625-9743.

If you wish to stay overnight, we recommend you stay at one of our MSSU Preferred Hotels. Be sure to ask for the Missouri Southern Lions rate when you make your hotel reservation!

Summer 2024

Morning tours will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 am

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You can access a campus map and directions here . 

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Ready to launch: MU graduates are well prepared to succeed after college

The recent annual career outcomes survey shows more than 95% of graduating Tigers thrive in various fields within six months after graduation.

April 2, 2024 Contact: Brian Consiglio, 573-882-9144, [email protected]

University of Missouri graduates leave campus fully equipped to forge a path toward career success.

A new career outcomes survey shows that more than 95% of recent MU graduates found employment, continued their education, joined the military or started volunteer service within six months of spring graduation. Prospective students and their families are taking notice, as applications for enrollment are at a record-setting pace, up 14% in 2024 compared to 2023.

In addition, Mizzou is

• attracting higher-achieving students, as 35% of incoming students ranked in the top 10% of their high school graduating class in 2023 compared to 29% in 2017.
• shaping aspiring leaders, as the university was named No. 13 among all public universities on Time magazine’s inaugural Best Colleges for Future Leaders list.
• providing an affordable education, as MU was ranked No. 7 Best Value among all flagship universities by U.S. News & World Report.

“Students at Mizzou learn from world-class faculty, conduct research, enjoy SEC sports and participate in many activities including fraternity and sorority life for a well-rounded education and development," said Mun Choi, president of the University of Missouri. "These impressive career outcome results show that Mizzou prepares students to lead our state and world."

The latest career outcomes survey, conducted in partnership with the National Association of Colleges and Employers, shows that 2,504 employers have hired class of 2023 graduates, ranging from Fortune 100 firms to small business enterprises. Additionally, class of 2023 graduates were accepted into 283 institutions worldwide and reside in 47 states, the District of Columbia and 21 countries worldwide. 

“At MU, we aim to support students as they make the transition from college to the workforce, post-grad studies or other pursuits so they can apply what they have learned as they continue to explore their interests,” said Jim Spain, vice provost for undergraduate studies at MU. “Our alumni are changing the world every day, and out of all the benefits of attending college at MU, the one pride point we hear from our students more than any other at graduation is that they feel prepared and equipped for life after college.”

So, what does it mean to be a Mizzou grad? Hear from three class of 2023 alumni.

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Emmy-winning journalist visits MU community, honors Holocaust Remembrance Month

April 5, 2024

Congregation Beth Shalom, Mizzou Hillel and the Missouri School of Journalism recently welcomed Emmy-winning filmmaker, author and journalist Howard Reich for two days of events on and off campus.

Mr. Reich has written six books and produced three documentaries on issues related to the Holocaust, as well as arts and music. He was also a jazz critic at the Chicago Tribune for more than 40 years. Mr. Reich met with Mizzou journalism students and was the main speaker at several gatherings held in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Month.

On Wednesday, I attended his talk at Congregation Beth Shalom. The conversation was moderated by MU Professor of Journalism Amy Simons. Mr. Reich discussed his books investigating the Holocaust’s impact on his family and the life of his friend, Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel. On Thursday, Mr. Reich participated in a screening of his documentary “Prisoner of Her Past,” based on his mother’s experience surviving the Holocaust.

I am grateful to Professor Simons for helping organize these events and to Mr. Reich for sharing his important work with our community.

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UArizona appoints Desireé Reed-Francois as director of athletics

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Veteran intercollegiate athletics administrator Desireé Reed-Francois has been appointed the University of Arizona's new director of athletics, pending approval by the Arizona Board of Regents, President Robert C. Robbins announced today. Reed-Francois currently serves as the director of athletics at the University of Missouri and will begin her tenure in Tucson on March 3.

Members of the University of Arizona community and media are invited to join a formal introduction of Reed-Francois at 9 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 20, at Arizona Stadium in the football press room.

"We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Desireé to the University of Arizona family, and we could not be more excited about the leadership experience and outstanding credentials she brings," said Robbins. "Respected nationally for her commitment to student-athletes, Desireé has a history of success everywhere she's served and is exactly the right person we need to modernize our athletics operations and usher in an ongoing culture of success in all aspects of Athletics. This is a tremendous win for our university and I cannot wait for her to get started."

The terms of the five-year contract include an annual base salary of $1 million in year one elevating to $1.2 million in year five, with an additional $250,000 annual contribution from the University of Arizona Foundation. Reed-Francois will have the opportunity for additional incentive compensation based on the department's athletic and academic success, as well as retention bonuses after four and five years of employment with the University. Thanks to Wildcat supporters who continue to show their deep commitment to the University and Arizona Athletics, any retention bonus or buyout expenses for Reed-Francois will be fully covered by donor funds. Donor funds have also been secured to cover the full payout costs of the University's previous athletic director.

Reed-Francois brings proven business expertise and financial acumen to the Director of Athletics position. She is an accomplished fundraiser and relationship builder and has transformed two collegiate athletic departments into high-performing, cost-effective operations. Reed-Francois also has deep ties to the University of Arizona, where she earned her juris doctor from the James E. Rogers College of Law in 1997.

Reed-Francois has served as the Director of Athletics at the University of Missouri since 2021, raising the athletics program's profile over the past several years to include a top 10 football program, postseason berths across multiple sports, and enhancements to student-athlete welfare and support. In addition to hiring six head coaches, she has overseen the department's first budget surplus in six years; record-breaking successes in fundraising, including securing the largest gift in Missouri Athletics history of $62 million; five straight semesters of record student-athlete GPAs; attendance growth in football and basketball; the opening of the Stephens Indoor Football Practice Center; significant upgrades to the game-day experience for fans; the growth of the Missouri brand across the state and country; and implementation of innovative Name Image Likeness (NIL) initiatives.

"There are very few institutions that would entice me to leave an SEC athletics department with strong momentum," said Reed-Francois. "The University of Arizona has tremendous potential and is an institution — and an athletics program — on the rise, and I want to be a part of shaping that future. We will provide a world-class student-athlete experience, which includes competing for championships and being among the nation's elite. I am grateful to President Robbins and the Arizona Board of Regents for this incredible opportunity."

Prior to her tenure in Columbia, Reed-Francois served as the Director of Athletics at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2017-2021), revitalizing the department. During her time with the Rebels, she completed or implemented more than $70 million in facility upgrades; hired seven head coaches, including three who earned conference Coach of the Year honors early in their tenures; oversaw the completion and opening of a $35 million on-campus football training complex; and successfully negotiated a joint-use agreement with the NFL's Las Vegas Raiders with the opening of the new $2 billion Allegiant Stadium.

Prior to ascending to the director's chair, Reed-Francois served several institutions in leadership roles, including as the Deputy Athletics Director at Virginia Tech, as a Senior Associate Athletics Director at the University of Cincinnati and as the Senior Associate Athletics Director at the University of Tennessee. Additionally, she has worked at Fresno State University, Santa Clara University, San Jose State University, the University of California Berkeley and the University of San Francisco. She also has experience at the professional levels, working with the then Oakland Raiders and the National Football League Management Council.  

Reed-Francois currently is the Vice Chair of the Lead1 Association Board of Directors and serves on the organization's executive committee, as well as on the boards of Women Leaders in Sports, the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) and the National Coalition of Minority Football Coaches. Reed-Francois recently served as Vice Chair of the NCAA Baseball Selection Committee and formerly was a member of the College Football Playoff Committee's operations committee. In addition, she is a member of the National Association of Collegiate Marketing Administrators (NACMA) and has been a presenter at NACDA, NACMA, Women Leaders in Sports, and  Sports Business Journal's  annual conventions.

Reed-Francois was a rower at UCLA, where she graduated with a degree in political science before earning her juris doctor from the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law. She is a member of the State Bar of California and has taught law classes at the University of Tennessee and at Santa Clara University.

She and her husband, Josh Francois, have a son, Jackson, who is currently a sophomore on the men's basketball team at the University of Missouri.

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States' 4-h international appoints missouri 4-h alum as board member.

COLUMBIA, Mo. – States’ 4-H International, a prominent provider of international student exchange programs, announced the appointment of Missouri 4-H alumna Shea Fitzgerald as a Young Professional Board Member. Missouri 4-H Program Director Lupita Fabregas also serves on the States’ 4-H International Board.

Dedicated to enhancing world understanding and global citizenship, States’ 4-H International specializes in high-quality 4-H international cultural immersion and exchange programs for 4-H youths, says Joyce Taylor, University of Missouri Extension educational program associate in charge of Missouri 4-H’s exchange program.

Fitzgerald’s appointment reflects the organization's commitment to engaging young individuals in shaping the future of global education and cultural exchange, Taylor said. Fitzgerald brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, including her time on the State 4-H Council as a west central regional representative and her international experiences. She served as a 4-H international delegate to Japan, where she spent a month in Nara discussing cultural differences and learning about agricultural practices. Shea also spent a semester studying agriculture at Perrotis College in Thessaloniki, Greece, during her college days at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, where she graduated with a bachelor of science in agribusiness management and marketing.

Fitzgerald currently serves as a grain merchandiser in Enid, Oklahoma, for ADM. Her role involves cross-country merchandise of grain around Oklahoma and Kansas, primarily wheat and corn. She also manages shipments for export, overseeing logistics from trucks to barges or rail cars destined for the Gulf of Mexico for international export. Shea gathers market information on a micro and macro level to make informed decisions on buying and selling grain.

“I am excited to join the Young Professional Board of States’ 4-H International and contribute to its mission of promoting global citizenship among youth,” said Fitzgerald. “I believe that my background in agribusiness and international experiences will allow me to make meaningful contributions to the organization.”

Missouri 4-H has been a partner with States’ 4-H International since 1978. Each year, the organization hosts delegates from other countries and sends youths on international experiences. “These experiences mold a person into a better citizen, create a pride in our heritage and create a warm spot in families around the world,” Taylor said.

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Missouri 4-H grows today’s youth and prepares tomorrow’s leaders. With a blend of time-tested traditions and innovative hands-on learning, Missouri youth explore and find their spark in programs ranging from agriculture and conservation to aerospace and career development. Through clubs, programs, camps, in-school and after-school experiences, University of Missouri Extension faculty, staff and thousands of volunteers guide youth in developing essential skills, building confidence and fostering connections. Together, they inspire young people to make a real difference in their communities, their country and the world. To learn more about Missouri 4-H, visit 4h.missouri.edu .

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